2001 Plymouth Neon
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 3 |
| 1995 | 481 |
| 1996 | 308 |
| 1997 | 161 |
| 1998 | 167 |
| 1999 | 62 |
| 2000 | 141 |
| 2001 | 49 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
16% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 25-35 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE RAN INTO A TREE HEAD-ON . UPON IMPACT, BOTH AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20010925
NEITHER AIR BAG IN FRONT DEPLOYED WHEN INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, WENT TO PASS A VEHICLE TRAVELING 35 MPH ON INTERSTATE, WHEN ABOUT TO PASS, OTHER VEHICLE CHANGED LANES AND SLAMMED ON BRAKES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20010409
14% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 7 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHEN BACKING INTO A PARKING SPACE VEHICLE ACCELERATED BACKWARDS, RESULTING IN AN IMPACT IN REVERSE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALERSHIP, AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATED PROBLEM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20020906
6% of complaints: tires — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNE
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ADDENDUM TO THE OWNER'S MANUALS.
Campaign 00V366000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IN THE PRESENCE OF OIL AND HEAT, THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM HOSE COULD SWELL AND LOOSEN FROM THE INTAKE MANIFOLD.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM HOSE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 2, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE T
Campaign 01V154000 — check if this car was fixed
SAFETY BELT CINCHING LATCH PLATE
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WIT
Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
Campaign 08E033000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Plymouth Neon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V366000 (child seat) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01V154000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08E033000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2001 Plymouth Neon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 Plymouth Neon is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Plymouth Neon?
The most-reported component is air bags:frontal, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Plymouth Neon have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.